Meaning, origin, history
The name Gaye is of English origin and means "rejoice". It is derived from the Middle English word "gai", which means happy or cheerful. The name was popularized by the American singer and songwriter Marvin Gaye, who was born with the name Marvin Pentz Gaye Jr. on April 2, 1939. He is considered one of the most influential figures in soul music and his impact on popular music is widely recognized. Today, Gaye is used as both a given name and surname around the world.
In numbers
Popularity of the name Gaye since 1880
Total births
5,747
Total since 1880
Peak year
1960
268 births
in 1976
8
Recent births (5 years)
5-year trend
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